The charity relies heavily on fundraising income to help pay for nurses, research staff, advisors and to help fund vital lifelines for those living with dementia, including resource centres and a 24 hour helpline.

“Elaine’s raised an awful lot of money for that but also inspired other people to go on and raise money to support our work,” said Henry.

“We’re facing one of the biggest public health issues in our country today and dementia really is so significant.

“The more people who help us deliver support, the more we can do to help people to make sure they never have to go thorough the experience of dementia alone.”

He added: “You don’t have to row the atlantic to help Alzheimer Scotland, there are lots of things that you can do from the smallest activity to the biggest event.

“There’s lots that we need people to do so get in touch and help support our cause.”